Christmas Ice Cream Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Place the fruit mince, pineapple, almonds and cherries in a bowl and spoon over brandy.
2. 2
   Allow the fruit to stand for 1 hour.
3. 3
   Leave ice-cream at room temp to soften just slightly.
4. 4
   Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
5. 5
   Fold through the softened ice cream into cream cheese, then fold in fruit mixture, cinnamon and whipped cream.
6. 6
   Note: I line my bowl with glad wrap for easier removal, but it does not give a completely smooth effect.
7. 7
   Pour ice-cream into a wet 5 cup pudding basin or fancy mould and freeze overnight.
8. 8
   To serve: Invert ice-cream onto a serving plate.
9. 9
   Cover with a hot wet cloth to loosen, then carefully remove.
10. 10
    Garnish with extra whipped cream, chocolate curls and glace fruits just before serving.